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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Officer asked to call for tender immediately for road widening in Aland
In a move to improve traffic flow in Aland town, Deputy Commissioner B. Fouzia Taranum has directed Chief Officer Sangamesh Panashetty to immediately call for tenders for road widening work. During her visit to Aland recently, Ms. Taranum chaired a review meeting at the Tahsildar's office along with Karnataka State Policy and Planning Commission Vice-Chairperson and local MLA B.R. Patil. Reviewing the progress of various municipal initiatives, she noted that ₹11 crore has been earmarked by the town municipality for road widening and emphasised the need for its effective utilisation. She also instructed municipal officials to ensure quality and timely completion of works currently under way across the town under the 15th Finance Commission and State Finance Commission grants. Earlier in the day, the Deputy Commissioner, along with Mr. Patil, visited the Aland Municipality's Solid Waste Management Unit and observed the scientific composting process of converting waste into organic fertiliser. She also inaugurated newly procured equipment under the Swachh Bharat Mission, including a tractor, composting machine and baling machine. As part of her visit, the Deputy Commissioner also inspected the ongoing water supply pipeline work and overhead tank construction under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme. She obtained updates from Executive Engineer Narasimha Reddy of the Karnataka Urban Water Supply and Drainage Board (Kalaburagi division) regarding the progress of work. She later visited the Indira Canteen construction site and instructed those in charge there that the remaining minor works be completed immediately so that the facility can be dedicated to the public without delay. Tricycles distributed On the same occasion, a tricycle distribution programme was held at the Aland municipal office, where Mr. Patil handed over tricycles, procured with Special Component Plan (SCP) funds, to seven persons with disabilities.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Delhi spent only one-third of funds received under NCAP to fight air pollution: Govt data
Delhi, one of the most polluted cities in India, has used less than one-third of the funds it received under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), according to government records. Launched in 2019, the NCAP is India's first national plan to set clean air targets. It aims to reduce PM10 pollution by 40% in 130 highly polluted cities by 2026, using 2019-20 as the base year. Environment ministry data showed that Delhi spent just ₹13.94 crore, 32.65% of the ₹42.69 crore released to it under the NCAP. A total of 14 cities and urban agglomerations have spent less than 50% of the funds they received under the programme, either directly from the environment ministry or through the 15th Finance Commission. Noida in Uttar Pradesh, another major pollution hotspot in the National Capital Region, has spent only ₹3.44 crore of the ₹30.89 crore given to it for air pollution control. Faridabad in Haryana spent ₹28.60 crore of the ₹107.14 crore it received. Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh used ₹39.42 crore out of the ₹129.25 crore allocated to it. Jalandhar in Punjab spent ₹17.65 crore of the ₹45.44 crore given to it, while Gulbarga in Karnataka used ₹8.98 crore of the ₹23.48 crore it received. Other cities with low utilisation include Pathankot (37.1%), Ujjain (37.7%), Karnataka's Devanagere (43.6%), Assam's Nagaon (48.5%), Vijayawada (41.09%), Jamshedpur (44.24%) and Varanasi (48.85%). Of the total ₹12,636 crore allocated to 130 cities under the NCAP since its launch, only ₹8,981 crore, around 71%, has been spent as of May 27. Of the cities covered under the NCAP, 82 receive direct funding from the Union environment ministry, while 48 cities and urban agglomerations with populations over one million receive funds through the 15th Finance Commission. The 82 cities spent ₹1,268 crore, 78.5% of the ₹1,615.47 crore allocated to them. The 48 cities receiving money under the 15th Finance Commission used ₹7,713 crore, 70% of the ₹11,020 crore allocated.
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Delhi merely spent 1/3rd funds received under NCAP to fight air pollution
Delhi, one of the most polluted cities in India, has used less than one-third of the funds it received under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), according to government records. Launched in 2019, the NCAP is India's first national plan to set clean air targets. It aims to reduce PM10 pollution by 40 per cent in 130 highly polluted cities by 2026, using 2019-20 as the base year. Environment ministry data showed that Delhi spent just Rs 13.94 crore, 32.65 per cent of the Rs 42.69 crore released to it under the NCAP. A total of 14 cities and urban agglomerations have spent less than 50 per cent of the funds they received under the programme, either directly from the environment ministry or through the 15th Finance Commission. Noida in Uttar Pradesh, another major pollution hotspot in the National Capital Region, has spent only Rs 3.44 crore of the Rs 30.89 crore given to it for air pollution control. Faridabad in Haryana spent Rs 28.60 crore of the Rs 107.14 crore it received. Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh used Rs 39.42 crore out of the Rs 129.25 crore allocated to it. Jalandhar in Punjab spent Rs 17.65 crore of the Rs 45.44 crore given to it, while Gulbarga in Karnataka used Rs 8.98 crore of the Rs 23.48 crore it received. Other cities with low utilisation include Pathankot (37.1 per cent), Ujjain (37.7 per cent), Karnataka's Devanagere (43.6 per cent), Assam's Nagaon (48.5 per cent), Vijayawada (41.09 per cent), Jamshedpur (44.24 per cent) and Varanasi (48.85 per cent). Of the total Rs 12,636 crore allocated to 130 cities under the NCAP since its launch, only Rs 8,981 crore, around 71 per cent, has been spent as of May 27. Of the cities covered under the NCAP, 82 receive direct funding from the Union environment ministry, while 48 cities and urban agglomerations with populations over one million receive funds through the 15th Finance Commission. The 82 cities spent Rs 1,268 crore, 78.5 per cent of the Rs 1,615.47 crore allocated to them. The 48 cities receiving money under the 15th Finance Commission used Rs 7,713 crore, 70 per cent of the Rs 11,020 crore allocated.
The Print
6 days ago
- Business
- The Print
Karnataka seeks bigger share of central taxes, Rs 1.15 lakh crore for Bengaluru infrastructure
'The imbalance in fiscal returns is so much that for every rupee Karnataka contributes to union taxes, it receives only 15 paise in return,' the CM told reporters after the meeting. In the meeting, which lasted for more than an hour, Siddaramaiah flagged that there has been a 'stark imbalance in fiscal returns' despite Karnataka contributing nearly 8.7 per cent of the national GDP with just 5 per cent of the population and ranking second in the country in GST collections. New Delhi, Jun 13 (PTI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday met 16th Finance Commission Chairman Arvind Panagariya, demanding a larger allocation for the state from the central tax pool and Rs 1.15 lakh crore investment to strengthen Bengaluru's infrastructure for the five-year period beginning April 1, 2026. Speaking about the discussion, Siddaramaiah said: 'The meeting was very cordial and the chairman was very receptive to our demands… We have told them that the tax devolution to states should be done fairly and rationally.' The CM pointed out that the reduction in Karnataka's share under the 15th Finance Commission — from 4.71 per cent to 3.64 per cent — resulted in a cumulative loss of over Rs 80,000 crore during the award period. Karnataka's per capita devolution has also dropped significantly from 95 per cent to 73 per cent of the national average between 14th and 15th Finance Commissions, despite increased GDP contribution. Siddaramaiah called for 'critical reforms' to make the fiscal devolution system more growth-oriented, predictable and fair, while highlighting three main concerns: the growing disparities in per capita devolution; the flawed design of revenue deficit grants; and the unpredictable nature of state-specific grants. In the memorandum submitted to the Commission, Karnataka demanded that the share of taxes devolved to states be increased to at least 50 per cent, and that cess and surcharges be capped at 5 per cent. The state also recommended including union non-tax revenues in the divisible pool. 'The Centre collects cess and surcharge on various commodities. We don't have a share in it. If they collect more than 5 per cent it should come under the divisible pool,' Siddaramaiah said. For sharing funds among states, the chief minister suggested that each state retain about 60 per cent of what it contributes, with 40 per cent going to less-developed states — ensuring both growth and equity. To make the formula fairer, Karnataka has proposed reducing the weight of the income-distance criterion by 20 per cent and reallocating the same to reflect state's fiscal contribution as measured by the share in national GDP, so that high-performing states are not penalised but encouraged. Siddaramaiah also questioned the effectiveness of revenue deficit grants. 'About Rs 38,000 crore revenue deficit grant was given to Kerala, but not to Karnataka. Similarly, a special grant of Rs 5,495 crore was recommended for Karnataka by 15th Finance Commission but Government of India refused to give it to us,' he said. As a result, the state government has recommended replacing 'discretionary' special grants with a formula-based allocation of 0.3 per cent of Gross Union Receipts. However, the state has requested grants for Bengaluru development and other critical projects if the Commission continues with such provisions. 'Karnataka's fiscal strength fuels national growth. It is time to ensure that growth is not penalised but rewarded. We urge the commission to adopt a balanced, forward-looking approach to devolution,' Siddaramaiah said. The overall share allocated to all states from central taxes was reduced to 41 per cent for 2021-26, as against 42 per cent in the previous cycle, primarily due to the creation of Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Siddarmaiah was accompanied by Economic Advisor to CM Basavaraya Reddy, Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh, Principal Secretary of Finance Ritesh Singh, and other state officials. The 16th Finance Commission, established in December 2023, is tasked with recommending tax revenue distribution between the central government and states for 2026-31. The commission must submit its recommendations by October 31, 2025. PTI LUX DRR This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
New Indian Express
15-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Basavaraj Bommai accuses CM Siddaramaiah of making false statements on funds
BENGALURU: Karnatakawill receive over Rs 1 lakh crore more under the 15th Finance Commission compared to the 14th Finance Commission, BJP Member of Parliament from Haveri, Basavaraj Bommai has said. Bommai said that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is making political statements against the Union Government as he is unable to allocate funds for the guarantee schemes. Prime Minister Narendra Modi increased the Central grant share from 32% to 42%, Bommai said, and added that though Siddaramaiah is aware of it, he deliberately conceals. Accusing Siddaramaiah of repeatedly making false statements, Bommai, a former chief minister, said that during the discussions on the 14th Finance Commission, five Congress ministers were present, but they failed to advocate effectively for the state, and are now trying to cover up their mistakes with such statements. The former chief minister said that the state has already received as much as it got during the 14th Finance Commission period, and funds will continue to come. During the UPA regime, Karnataka got only Rs 700 crore for Railway projects, he said. 'This year, the Centre has allocated Rs 7,700 crore. However, the state government is unable to provide the matching grants,' Bommai said. Caste survey On the proposed caste survey, Bommai said that the authority to conduct a caste survey lies with the Union Government and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is trying to mislead the backward classes. Bommai said that Siddaramaiah was in a tight spot over the issue, and the high command had to step in to rescue him. On the ongoing wars in West Asia, the BJP MP termed Israel's attack on Iran shocking. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war is already affecting the world significantly, the MP said, adding that all global leaders must work towards halting wars. On Friday, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had stated that Karnataka annually contributes Rs 4.5 lakh crore in taxes to the Centre but gets only 15 paise against 1 Rupee in the devolution of taxes and this injustice should not happen in the 16th Finance Commission recommendation.
